Played his prep football at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tennessee ... Helped his team to the state playoffs where they eventually lost to CBHS of Memphis ... Played offensive tackle at Brentwood and was a two-year starter ... Was named to the Associated Press All-State team and the Tennessee Sportswriter's All-State team in 1999 ... Was named to the All-Williamson County team in 1999 ... Was named 1st team All-Region ... Also lettered in basketball and has been a two year starter at center ... Was recruited by Vanderbilt and Wake Forest as well as Ole Miss and Arkansas ... Played for coach Carlton Flatt and Tom Moore.